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Read More: President’s Report – August 2026
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President’s Report – August 2026
August 17, 2026 Greetings Freedom Fighters and Friends, As we move through August, I am proud of the momentum our branch continues to build through advocacy, youth leadership, community investment, and partnership. This summer has given us much to celebrate while also reminding us that our work must continue to move from information to action…
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Read More: The State of Black Opportunity
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The State of Black Opportunity
2026 Sonoma County Black Community Equity Scorecard Executive Summary The State of Black Opportunity: 2026 Sonoma County Black Community Equity Scorecard is the Santa Rosa–Sonoma County NAACP Branch’s inaugural equity scorecard, providing a data-informed assessment of opportunity for Black residents across Sonoma County. Using fifteen indicators spanning education, economic mobility, and housing, the report measures…
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Read More: Inaugural Summer Youth Social Justice Institute
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Inaugural Summer Youth Social Justice Institute
History • Activism • Voice • Creative Expression This summer marked the launch of our first three-day Summer Youth Social Justice Institute, an educational enrichment experience designed to deepen young people’s understanding of Black history, civic engagement, social movements, and the power of their own voices. Created especially with the experiences of Black youth in…
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Read More: Santa Rosa–Sonoma County NAACP Releases Black Community Equity Scorecard to Measure Progress and Drive Change
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Santa Rosa–Sonoma County NAACP Releases Black Community Equity Scorecard to Measure Progress and Drive Change
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Santa Rosa–Sonoma County NAACP Releases Black Community Equity Scorecard to Measure Progress and Drive Change SANTA ROSA, CA (July 2026) — The Santa Rosa–Sonoma County NAACP Branch proudly announces the release of the 2026 Sonoma County Black Community Equity Scorecard, the first comprehensive report of its kind dedicated to measuring racial equity…
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Read More: President’s Report – July 2026
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President’s Report – July 2026
July 6, 2026 Greetings Freedom Fighters and Friends, As we gather for our July Membership Meeting, I want to begin by thanking each of you for your continued commitment to the work of our branch. June was a month filled with celebration, education, advocacy, and community building. Every event reminded us that the NAACP is…
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Read More: President’s Report – June 2026
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President’s Report – June 2026
June 1, 2026 Greetings Freedom Fighters and Friends, As we gather for our June Membership Meeting, I am proud to reflect on a remarkable month of community engagement, advocacy, celebration, and service. May was filled with opportunities to strengthen our relationships, honor our students, support families, and advance the mission of the NAACP throughout Sonoma…
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Read More: Request for Fair and Equitable Treatment of A&M BBQ and Reconsideration of Current Enforcement Actions
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Request for Fair and Equitable Treatment of A&M BBQ and Reconsideration of Current Enforcement Actions
Letter to the City of Sebastopol’s Leadership. Public Comment information below. Talking Points for Public Comment
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Read More: President’s Report – May 2026
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President’s Report – May 2026
As we enter the month of May, I extend my sincere appreciation to each of you for the energy, care, and commitment you continue to bring to our work. The momentum we built in April carries forward, and it is clear that our branch remains deeply rooted in both advocacy and community-centered healing. In April,…
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Read More: Researchers uncover history of slavery in Sonoma County
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Researchers uncover history of slavery in Sonoma County
The Sonoma County Historical Research Project exposed the roots of slavery and exploitative labor in Sonoma County. Three researchers explain what they found. Originally reported in the Santa Rosa Junior College Oakleaf News by Tess Toldhwoss, Summer Abdel-Khaliq • April 30, 2026
